We’re always on the hunt for new makeup combinations and ideas. We can create countless versions of a smoky eye and endless variations of ombre lips. When it comes to our lashes, however, they’re usually just given a quick swipe of mascara to finish off our makeup look. We rarely get as creative with our lashes as we do with eyeshadows and lipsticks.

But really, why limit ourselves to just one lash look when there are a surprising amount of variations to try using just our trusty black mascara? It’s amazing what a subtle swipe here and a little less product there will do. And once the basics are mastered, it’s time to experiment further with colored mascaras and even false lashes.